Miss Clairette, from the Actresses series (N190) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889
williamskimballcompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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toned paper
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pencil drawing
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coloured pencil
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19th century
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men
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watercolour illustration
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pencil art
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watercolor
"Miss Clairette" is a black and white photograph from the "Actresses" series of trading cards issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. The image shows a woman in profile, dressed in a lace collar and a patterned gown, showcasing the fashion trends of the time. The card is a prime example of the late 19th-century trend of collectible cards, often featuring celebrities or figures of interest. This card can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, offering insight into the lives of prominent figures of the era and the artistry of early photographic techniques.
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